1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 865 kg more than 1967 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | Statesman | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
